The Mercedes-Benz Vito is now available with a new powerful, comfortable and efficient OM 654 four-cylinder engine from the powertrain portfolio of Mercedes-Benz Cars.
The change takes effect for all vehicles produced in March 2022 onwards, with first vehicles expected to arrive for sale in May 2022.
Benefits of the OM 654 engine:
- The OM 654 engine comes standard with the 9G-TRONIC 9-speed automatic transmission, replacing the current 7-speed, and bringing with it a wider ratio spread which can result in improved drive quality and fuel efficiency.
- The new OM 654 engine incorporates a Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) design, which is closer to the engine block causing it to reach its optimum operating temperature faster to increase efficiency.
- An all-aluminium construction with low cylinder spacing (90 mm), camshaft drive at the rear, and Lanchester balancer shafts, on the left and right, positioned next to the crankshaft instead of beneath it. This provides an exceptionally compact and light design, and contributes to the engine durability and reliability.
- Improved noise and vibration characteristics. This means it is pleasantly quiet inside the vehicle and disruptive vibrations are reduced.
The OM 654 engine becomes standard on all Vito 116 and 119 variants with the same power and torque outputs:
Vito 116 120kW/380Nm.
Vito 119 140kW/440Nm.
The entry level Vito 111 continues with the OM 622 engine with 6-speed manual transmission:
Vito 111 84kW/270Nm.
With the change in engine the following specifications have also been added as standard to all Vito 116 and 119 variants:
- DISTRONIC
- Tinted windows
- Comfort seats
- All season rubber floor mats
The table below summarises the price changes resulting from the described engine and specifcation upgrades:
2021 |
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2022 (March production onwards) |
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| Model | Engine | MRLP | Engine | Power/Torque | MRLP | |
PANEL VAN |
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| 111 SWB Van | OM 622 1.6 litre 4 cylinder
CDI Turbo Diesel Euro 5 Engine 6-Speed Manual |
$42,900 | OM 622 1.6 litre 4 cylinder
CDI Turbo Diesel Euro 5 Engine 6-Speed Manual |
84kW/270Nm | $44,058 | |
| 111 LWB Van | $45,100 | $46,318 | ||||
| 116 MWB Van | OM 651 2.0 litre 4 cylinder
CDI Turbo Diesel Euro 6 Engine 7G TRONIC Automatic |
$53,900 | OM 654 2.0 litre 4 cylinder
CDI Turbo Diesel Euro 6 Engine 9G TRONIC Automatic |
120kW/380Nm | $57,763 | |
| 116 LWB Van | $56,100 | $60,023 | ||||
| 119 MWB Van | $62,150 | 140kW/440Nm | $65,779 | |||
| 119 LWB Van | $64,350 | $68,038 | ||||
CREW CAB |
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| 116 MWB Van | OM 651 2.0 litre 4 cylinder
CDI Turbo Diesel Euro 6 Engine 7G TRONIC Automatic |
$58,300 | OM 654 2.0 litre 4 cylinder
CDI Turbo Diesel Euro 6 Engine 9G TRONIC Automatic |
120kW/380Nm | $62,664 | |
| 116 LWB Van | $60,500 | $64,923 | ||||
| 119 MWB Van | $66,550 | 140kW/440Nm | $70,662 | |||
| 119 LWB Van | $68,750 | $72,921 | ||||
Mercedes-Benz Valente now called the Vito Tourer.
The Mercedes-Benz Valente will also shift to the new OM 654 engine and 9G-TRONIC transmission. With the change in engine the following specifications have also been added as standard:
- DISTRONIC
- Tinted windows
- Seat cushion length adjustment
- 17” alloy wheels
- Velour floor mats
In conjunction with this engine and specification change, the Valente will be renamed Vito Tourer. This aligns with the global naming convention for this product line and future products to come, such as the eVito Tourer later this year.
The new name and specifications take effect for all vehicles produced in March 2022 onwards, with first vehicles expected to arrive for sale in May 2022.
2021 |
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2022 (March production onwards) |
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| Model | Engine | MRLP | Model | Engine | Power/Torque | MRLP | |
| Valente | OM 651 2.0 litre 4 cylinder
CDI Turbo Diesel Euro 6 Engine 7G TRONIC Automatic |
$65,800 | Vito Tourer | OM 654 2.0 litre 4 cylinder
CDI Turbo Diesel Euro 6 Engine 9G TRONIC Automatic |
120 | ||
*MLP Includes GST and LCT but excluding statutory charges, dealer costs and dealer delivery. See your dealer for RDAP. Does not include price of options. Some features mentioned in the article are options. RDAP means Recommended Drive Away Price (without options but including all other charges)